🦠 Reviews in the Post-Pandemic Era 🦠
Sorted Worst-Best: All 123 Responses
Likeliness to Recommend Why did you choose this rating? What could have improved your experience? Professional training session Facilitator Date Likert Plot (Blue = Agree, White = Disagree)
0 I gained nothing from this experience today. We really didn't know how to log into the call. Information before the meeting was confusing. I also stated that I was confused during the course and the presenter completely ignored the comment and continued to push through the content in order to complete two sessions at once. Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 2 Holli Dec, 04 2020
1 I chose this rating because I do not feel that EL can be taught correctly with distance learning. There is almost no support for using these materials that way. If a school pays this much money for this program, every part should be easily accessed by a student at home, and teachers should not have to put it into google or another program themselves. We should be the facilitators, not creating online resources. There was difficulty with navigating between guides and other materials for me. I feel that the open source guides would be much easier to use if, when a direction is made, the page and book where the material is found was included. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
1 We were unable to really get into the info. getting into materials more deeply EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
2 The learning is not what is expected based on the label. Less talking and more doing Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 2 Holli Dec, 04 2020
2 This was more about reflection on COVID and how HQI and shifts apply (which is important) but it is end of October and we need to use the time to move forward rather than 2 hours of reflection. An agenda with objectives that we can see what learning targets are going to be met. Though good for building community, activities were too slow for two hours after a full work day. Need more purpose to the work. Nebraska IM-PL Fellowship Virtual Series Tara Oct, 20 2020
3 It did not meet the expectation of what I need which is to teach this curriculum effectively. I wish we could have spent time on how the "teaching" part is going to look like (daily lessons, an assessment, etc.). EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
3 It was not easy to learn this virtually face to face training EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
3 its was just hard to do alone... more collaborations with our own school... EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
3 I already know these things. I'm certified so maybe that's why these are familiar habits . Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
3 Repeat of previous work we've engaged. We already did much of this work last year, and the focus on COVID seems to be already done/too late. Nebraska IM-PL Fellowship Virtual Series Tara Oct, 20 2020
4 I don't feel like I got many strategies and tips to actually use in my room. This was mostly 'behind the scenes' stuff. Seeing the curriculum in action EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
4 so much info and new way of teaching/learning that it was overwhelming slowing down and more time to work within my grade level and talk with those teachers EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
4 I didn't learn many new things. The training was very spaced out; a more compact training might have helped the experience. Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
4 See previous responses. The what to do and where to go directions were very confusing. Guidebooks Diverse Learners BootCamp, Day 2 Holli Aug, 17 2020
5 COVID More information on the rest of the program, not just the modules. I understand how this is the module training, but maybe by giving an overview how it is all fitting together. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
5 It was fine The beginning seemed long before we could dig into materials. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
5 Parts of it were really strong but in person would be way better. More handouts and more direct instructions for what we were supposed to do next or have with us, etc, It felt like I was flying blind most of the time. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
5 I don't feel secure in my role as a resource teacher to students and teachers using this curriculum. I did not get my hands on the hard copy materials until Monday. It would have helped to have those in my hands. Also, I felt a lot of time was spent selling us on the merits of the program when our districts had already bought into it. It would have been beneficial to view a lesson being taught and to do some actual preparing or teaching of a lesson. EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
5 I felt they did the best they could with what they had, but in my opinion it could've been much deeper. I would've liked to have seen more in action... Yes, I know we all teach it a different way and it's not scripted, but it would be good for inspiration. In person and more information that would be helpful during the teaching process. EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
5 it is just hard to learn virtually zoom calls EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
5 It was beneficial Break up the information more Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
5 n/a N/a Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
5 N/A N/A Guidebooks Diverse Learners BootCamp, Day 2 Holli Aug, 28 2020
5 application application Guidebooks Diverse Learners BootCamp, Day 2 Holli Dec, 04 2020
6 I participated in EL's profession development online courses concerning curriculum and teaching the material, so much of this seemed repetitive. However, because the material is brand new, it was still worth it for me as a review. More chance to collaborate with same grade-level teachers. More opportunity to investigate the material with classroom teachers and formulate questions that would need answering. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
6 distance learning is difficult better wifi EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
6 It went well given the situation. I'm not sure I would recommend this format as the only method of bootcamp. A bit more time experiencing some of the activities that students will participate in. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
6 I would probably have rated it higher if it was in person, however with the circumstances that would not have been possible, but I think that it would have maybe been more beneficial it was an intense amount of work, but not sure how to change that and still have the content understanding EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
6 it was very repetitive in person-but no ones fault! I just get distracted Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
6 Blank more time with resources Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Nov, 19 2020
6 It was pretty effective. Nothing. Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Nov, 19 2020
6 Engagement Shorter session Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 2 Holli Oct, 30 2020
7 Long for a Saturday Discussing more how to use these strategies during a time where students were socially distance and can't work/read with a partner. EL K-5 Text-based Writing, Day 1 Brad Dec, 05 2020
7 I chose this rating because I believe it would be useful to others. I wanted to talk more about how to accomplish this work with socially distant protocols . EL K-5 Text-based Writing, Day 1 Brad Dec, 05 2020
7 The amount of time the lessons required was overwhelming, especially at the close of our school year. Taking the course via Zoom was a challenge. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
7 It had room to be shorter?? However, I did feel it was worth my time. The Zoom sessions did not seem that meaningful to me. However, I am not actually going to be teaching this curriculum, so maybe I wasn't as engaged as I should have been. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
7 It answered some questions, but left me with many. It was a good road to take, but I feel I almost got more from my peers. Working an example unboxing together then having us do ours on our own. Telling us at the beginning that working with peers, even digitally is best. Being walked through the EL website at the beginning so we could find material a little easier. EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 20 2020
7 I am wanting to know more about the curriculum itself. Diving more into each part of the curriculum and what it teaches. I was hoping to dive into the curriculum more. Maybe combine a couple sessions to shorten. EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
7 all in my district should now have completed this training. unfortunately, I was called out my admin many times and had to leave, so I missed some content. Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
7 Length Length Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
7 Good application of strategies Less interruptions from school closure procedures Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
7 The information was good Nothing Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli Aug, 28 2020
7 I do feel like there isn't much more said than what is in the notecatcher and I could just simply read it. I would like modelling and examples that are tangible. I feel like I personally still don't have a good grasp on the strategies given. Modelling the tools and strategies Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Oct, 30 2020
8 Test reply Test reply - More connections to remote learning EL K-5 Text-based Writing, Day 1 Brad Dec, 05 2020
8 It was a long session Learning more remote strategies for writing EL K-5 Text-based Writing, Day 1 Brad Dec, 04 2020
8 It was useful and educational, but I missed out on time to work with other teachers. Having more time to collaborate with fellow teachers. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
8 I felt like I was well supported throughout the bootcamp. More time to talk to grade level teachers EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
8 I think this curriculum will be good, but still uncertain of what my role looks like. I would like to have seen a full lesson taught. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
8 I'd still prefer in person, but they did very well. nothing... EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
8 I thought it was pretty good but at times I didn't feel we got the answers or things we needed (videos, etc.) Probably more time to dive in and an in person training but unfortunately we didn't have either of those opportunities EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
8 It was good, but it wasn't easy. The training was good, but it the unpacking was almost too much. Honestly, I felt like I should have received college credits for all the work and time we put into it. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
8 It was nice learning about EL and the model, I just wish we could have done some more of the unpacking of a lesson together, to better understand how to do it, as that is a big piece of how we may teach. Some items we had homework on before we discussed them. I would have liked to have learned about it, and then worked on the assignment after. EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
8 I think this was a great use of time and distance learning the assignments need to be housed in one place when it is a link--get it all to google or all downloaded microsoft. even a google folder broken up in sessions so we can quickly find things. That was exasperating... I have stuff all over now and will have to take the time to organize it all in a google folder. EL Virtual Bootcamp Mandy May, 19 2020
8 . . Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
8 It was well done Being in person Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
8 While it is excellent, it doesn't work in my circumstances...at least it didn't for me & my behaviorally 'bad' kids! Having it face-to-face! Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
8 Good facilitator Better scheduling Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
8 The content is useful for English teachers. More student examples of learning ranging from low. Medium to high. Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
8 it was helpful being more vocal Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
8 Good facilitator Better scheduling Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
8 It's not for everyone, but extremely beneficial to me. I cannot think of anything. Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
8 Great for new teachers Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
8 It was good information! Just a little long n/a Guidebooks Diverse Learners BootCamp, Day 2 Holli Aug, 28 2020
8 its helpful, some things were covered in guidebook training prior to this n/a Guidebooks Diverse Learners BootCamp, Day 2 Holli Aug, 28 2020
8 Some might not need it Being able to attend all of them Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
8 Some might not need it Being able to attend all of them Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
8 Some might not need it Being able to attend all of them Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
8 We have been working on most of these things over the last several years. Great day Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
8 N/A N/A Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Nov, 19 2020
8 It was a good lesson, but didn't have any engagement besides talking. Explanations and strategies given were helpful. More talking and time to collaborate and plan Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Nov, 19 2020
8 Overall, it went well and offered a lot of information to use. The first session to be more like the second. :) Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Nov, 19 2020
8 It deserves an 8 Quality sound Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Jun, 17 2020
8 I think the information presented was strong. I did not score a 10 because I would have liked to see more opportunities for engagement and maybe some practice. Additionally, the session was heavy in theory and as practitioners, sometimes, we need actionable solutions without the "guesswork" More time to engage in discussion- not so heavy on the facilitator speaking and engaging everyone. Reflections & small group tasks would be helpful. Guidebooks Diverse Learners Vocabulary, Day 1 Holli Nov, 19 2020
9 I know a ton more than I knew 3 weeks ago. Not your fault........I will be honest though. Trying to do this while wrapping up the end of the school year was difficult. A lot going on right now. Thanks for everything though. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
9 Well designed intro course. More conversation about application in normal setting and also distance learning setting. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 18 2020
9 I learned a lot! I am more comfortable getting started. I would have liked to see how an in-person training would have been different, but given the circumstances, this worked well. EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
9 The way the training is presented is very systematic making an effective cycle from reading the complex text to responding to it. I didn't receive an emailed invite with the code to sign in for neither training sessions Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
9 It was good information and practice Na Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
9 I prefer face to face learning but was very good considering the virtual challenges. Everyone in break out rooms participating Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
9 Na Na Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
9 good facilitation our district being present üôÉ Nebraska IM-PL Fellowship Virtual Series Tara Oct, 20 2020
10 Because of the knowledge I'm taking away and my clearer understanding as well as the presenter Starting this in Mid-August but I just really need to implement what was reveled today. EL K-5 Text-based Writing, Day 1 Brad Dec, 05 2020
10 Material and presenter Nothing EL K-5 Text-based Writing, Day 1 Brad Dec, 05 2020
10 I learned quite a bit and feel refreshed and ready for a new year with these new teaching materials and strategies. Possibly more explanation of where to find things online vs. hard copy? I'm still a little confused on where some items are located... EL Virtual Bootcamp Vaishali May, 19 2020
10 The lessons were great. More detail on helping students write better thesis statements. Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Very focused None Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 prefer this online format nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 I appreciate this opportunity to learn how to help my students better. No suggestions. Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 Enjoyed the meeting. Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 It’s a good breakdown. A better device. That’s on me. Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 great info timing Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 Enjoyed the meeting. Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 It allowed me to learn/ hone skills that I can take back to use immediately. N/A Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 Personal help Moore time Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 It’s a good breakdown. A better device. That’s on me. Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 Effective presenter the technology was sketchy - yesterday I was kicked out several times and had to ask permission to reenter - today, the Zoom meeting wouldn't work on my computer; I had to use my cell phone Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 It was an informative training. Nothing really it was good. Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 thorough Nothing... maybe earlier in the year Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 This professional learning was effective. N/A Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 Enjoyed the meeting. Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Katie May, 22 2020
10 Based on the ease and flow of presentation by presenter Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Based on the ease and flow of presentation by presenter Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Because it is extremely helpful Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 This information/training will improve our students’ LEAP scores. It was great overall Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 It is specific to what's happening in classrooms right now. Not a thing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 It can be a helpful process, especially for new or struggling teachers. Still having a class of students to work with now. Lol Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Meredith ROCKS! Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Facilitator was helpful It not being the last day of school with so many interruptions on campus Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 All information presented today is totally “doable” All was good today! Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Based on the ease and flow of presentation by presenter Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 It has helped me understand Learnzillion, which can be quote overwhelming. Nothing- really liked the brain breaks. Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 great information nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 This information/training will improve our students’ LEAP scores. It was great overall Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 It was great Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Because it is extremely helpful Nothing Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 It was great! It was great! Guidebooks CM-6 Meredith May, 22 2020
10 Because I will be suggesting this training to others This would be a great summer learning activity Guidebooks Diverse Learners BootCamp, Day 2 Holli Aug, 28 2020
10 because every teacher needs to group students being in person rather than virtual Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
10 The program offered a lot of great information Send information Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
10 Great info was given Having prior knowledge of the content Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
10 All went well and was educational. Nothing Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
10 Love the content In person Guidebooks Diverse Learners Fluency, Day 2 Holli May, 21 2020
10 Well organized and well presented Nothing....very well done! Guidebooks Unit Unpacking Jalinda Jun, 10 2020